Entrance to the Drachenschlucht – Dragon Gorge loop from Wartburg

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Entrance to the Drachenschlucht – Dragon Gorge loop from Wartburg

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Entrance to the Drachenschlucht – Dragon Gorge loop from Wartburg

01:30

5.51km

90m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: September 16, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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Naturpark Thüringer Wald

Waypoints

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1.31 km

Entrance to the Drachenschlucht

Highlight • Gorge

The Dragon Gorge is always great. In winter with the loud rushing water and from spring onwards it is incredibly green.

However, it is also very busy at weekends, so if possible, choose a weekday to visit.

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1.46 km

Footbridge over the Marienbach

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Rustic footbridge over the Marienbach stream.

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1.90 km

Waterfall in the Drachenschlucht (Dragon Gorge)

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Coming from Mariental, the small waterfall is located at the beginning of the gorge on the right of the path.

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1.91 km

Dragon Gorge

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We started early and had the gorge almost to ourselves. An absolute highlight, and not just for children - high rocks, water and plants create a unique backdrop.

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1.97 km

Narrowest point of the Drachenschlucht

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The narrowest point of the Dragon Gorge is 68 centimeters.

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2.06 km

Dragon Gorge

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Sturdy shoes are mandatory as it is usually damp and slippery. A walking stick can be helpful.
Very varied gorge. In more difficult places there are also tethers. The narrowest …

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4.17 km

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5.51 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.04 km

2.10 km

270 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.22 km

1.48 km

1.32 km

318 m

119 m

Elevation

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Highest point (310 m)

Lowest point (250 m)

Weather

Sunday 11 October

14°C

5°C

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Max wind speed: 11.0 km/h

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Comments

May 24, 2024,Drachenschlucht bei Eisenach

Great gorge, stalactites and walking on water.

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August 20, 2024,Drachenschlucht Runde Eisenach

Avoid the Dragon Gorge on weekends and holidays. Crowds of people squeeze through the narrow passages. Even during the week it was hard to find a parking space.

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